Hello dr! there are a couple of black spots on both sides of my molar teeth.. it's not sensitive.. so i presume its clearable.. could you pl suggest? thanks!

Cavities: Black spots can be staining or cavities. See a dentist to evaluate/treat.

Caries?: Certainly a possibility. See a local dentist for diagnosis and treatment.

Simple to complex: May be as simple as feed stain, or as complex as damaged tooth enamel (cavities). If you wait until it hurts you run the risk of losing the tooth. Please see a fully trained Dentist for a qualified opinion.

Tooth Decay: If left untreated, can cause pain and eventually infection. See a dentist for evaluation, x-rays and treatment. Do not delay.

See dentist: Please get it checked out by your dentist, both clinically and radiographically to rule out decay. If stain is evident that usually can be removed with a professional cleaning and the biting surface can be sealed with a sealant to prevent decay.

Need evaluation: Just because there is no pain, does not mean it is not a problem. You need to see a dentist to be evaluated and treated if necessary. Longer delay can result in a much more severe problem and more costly!

Tricky call: It could be stain or decay. There is no way to know for sure with out a dental exam.

See dentist: It's hard to determine what the black spots are without more description. You should have them checked out by your dentist.

Can be serious : but generally is not. Most common is an amalgam tattoo from silver fillings. Could be melanoma at worst. Is it changing or growing is key. Biopsy is best detection method.

Black spots on teeth: Without seeing the issue clinically there are several possible causes for the black spots on both sides of molar teeth: could be calculus/tartar if near the gumline; could be the start of tooth decay, or it could simply be stain from food or beverages you consume. Best advice is to visit your local dentist and find out for sure.

Please see a dentist: Hello Michael, Even though your molar is not sensitive, a black spot could be the start of a cavity or it could be stain! Either way, I would recommend you to see a dentist to give yourself peace of mind. I hope this helps. Best, Dr. Nazarian

See dentist: See your dentist as soon as possible-may only be a small filling,if you wait too long something a lot more expensive might be needed

Decay: This may be stain or a cavity. Get to a dentist ASAP to get this treated. If you have decay the longer you wait for treatment the bigger and deeper the decay will get.

Dental exam: Unable to discern without visualization. Advise a dental visit with xrays to diagnose and treat

Black spots: It could be stain, it could be decay, it could be fractures. The only way to know for sure it to have a visual and clinical exam. Make an appointment to see your dentist.

Dark teeth: There are many reasons for dark spots on teeth. Decay penetrates the enamel into the dentin and shows as a dark color through the enamel. Depending on the extent of the decay, the tooth may or may not be sensitive. Teeth restored with amalgam fillings can impart a dark area in a tooth as well. Beverages such as tea, coffee and wine can change the color of teeth. A dentist can determine the cause.

Dental check up: You should schedule appointment with your Dentist. Some Black spots can be Cleaned during Cleaning, some have to have Filling done.

Black spots on teeth: Black spots can be one of the following: (1) Small mercury-silver fillings are becoming old. Ask your dentist if the filling needs replacement, or can be kept as-is until it is time to safely remove and replace it. (2) Decaying portion of tooth often becomes soft and dark, in which case you need treatment, even if it isn't sensitive. (3) Some black spots can be benign and can be just polished.

Simple to answer...: Go see your dentist; she/he can give you a quick answer as to what could or should be done about the spots.

See Dentist: Even though it is not sensitive, it could be decay or staining. Don't wait until it starts to hurt to see your dentist for evaluation. They would feel the area clinically and take x-rays, if needed, to confirm what it is and recommend treatment.

Black spots: Black spots could be stain, cavity or existing filling. Your own dentist can see you to let you know for sure and whether or not any treatment is necessary.